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Title: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on July 30, 2020, 21:07
Hi All,

after the into topic time has come for a short write up of my recently acquired MR-S MY 2000. Car has been imported from Poland to Croatia a few weeks back and I have just finished the import process.

It took me three years to source one that has a hard top, pre-redesign, low price and decent body. Car has 179 000 km on the clock and for the last twelve years was with the same owners who used it to do daily errands throughout the year- including winter (Ill come back to that later). Its completely stock, with red and black leather interior, TTE rear spoiler, stock 15 inch wheels. Bad points are and were 14 inch winter tires that the car came on with a transporter, 15 y.o. summer tires, engine that smokes like crazy during until it heats up, rusty suspension.

First thing I did was to throw away 14 inch tires and wheels and put on stock 15 inch alloys with the new set of stock 185 55 15 front and 205 50 15 back Unirolay rainsports. Originally the plan was to have the car fixed and register ASAP but by the looks of it Ill take a different approach.

Now it would be a good time to explain a little bit why did I decide to buy a MRS and why this particular one. Well some years ago I used to own and tun Clio II RS that was a great car for that time and budget - a fun car that got me connected to the same like minded people and it was a bag of fun. Three years after I bought it  Ive crashed it during an unofficial slalom race, it was sold like that. Life took me to another route but I always had a buy. 10 years to nowadays and I have managed to find time and funds to afford another fun car, this time a mid engine RWD project car with the same vision, creating a weekend fun car/ track car/ slalom racer.

Idea is to swap a 2ZZ, LSD C60 in ti and all that comes with it and to have fun along the way. Ill need a lot of help during that process and this car is a extremely rare sight in Croatia and parts/ know how in basically non existent so Ill have to import everything. Hopefully Ill have your support in this process which will make it quicker, cheaper and more fun :)

That is all for today, Ill put a few pictures as Im tiered after an 20 hour day.

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on July 30, 2020, 21:29
The know how will be covered here.

Parts. Might be a different story.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 1, 2020, 15:34
Quote from: Ardent on July 30, 2020, 21:29The know how will be covered here.

Parts. Might be a different story.

Ive decided not to register the car now and take another route. Ill store it over the winter and hopefully by spring time Ill have a 2zz/ LSD/ gearbox installed.

Need some help about sourcing decent swap package (engine, gearbox, ECU etc.) and have it shipped here in CRO so my mechanic can do the swap. Any tips and recommendations on where to look who to contact so I dont waste time? UK/ EU based ideally so I dont pay too much on shipping/ import fees. Who can I get in touch with, what do you Guys recommend?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: jvanzyl on August 1, 2020, 19:16
I'd go for mag engines and get one of their rebuilt ones...
get swap kit from SJ auto sport on eBay...
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 1, 2020, 20:25
Quote from: jvanzyl on August  1, 2020, 19:16I'd go for mag engines and get one of their rebuilt ones...
get swap kit from SJ auto sport on eBay...

Cheers bud, great info! Keep em coming
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 1, 2020, 20:32
Gave the cabin some work and love today. Took the seats out etc and hoovered it. Found some mouse poop, tiny fragments of broken glass (some glass was smashed at at certain time no doubt), a broken pencil - fun times!

Great to see where the engine sits, how long is the wheel  base and the seating position of the driver - a truly well though out design just longing for some upgrades  >:D

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: jvanzyl on August 1, 2020, 23:22
https://magengines.com/product/engine-toyota-2zz-ge-vvtl-i/

https://www.sjautosport.com/modifications-and-conversions



Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 2, 2020, 18:55
Today Ive continued to remove stuff, front licence plate, tools, spare tire, stickers... Also tried to lift the care and put it on jack stands to have a good look underneath but no luck as my lift can only do 35 cm and my stands start at that height. Need to upgrade my jack.

On the parts side Ive messaged boys from SJ via facebook and got a reply from Matt from Rogue motorsport. Also Ive found a potential donor car in Ireland. At the moment not willing to spend funds on that now but keeping that option in mind.

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 5, 2020, 09:57
Got a few offers, would love to hear what do you think of them. Wont mention any business names to keep it unbiased.


1.
Engine
Engine auxiliaries complete
190 engine mounts + spares
Wiring harness plug and play
Compatible Ecu and transponder chip
Gearbox Complete with brackets and selector arms etc
Compatible Drive shafts
190 exhaust manifold (original)
190 intake system without air filter
Spare nuts, bolts and brackets

Total: £1,535.00 including VAT

Conversion kit complete discount price:
£1,325.00 including VAT

Worldwide postage available upon request.

Electronic paperwork and warranty period processed once payment is made in complete.



2.
Complete 2zz running gear packages - all engines are compression tested checked and driven by us personally. Complimentary 3 months extensive warranty given with all of our packages.

This package is inclusive of

Engine, gearbox and loom with necessary sensors and mounts.

Unlocked 2zz celica UK ecu. (If your car is an MRS we will supply a jap ecu) - our ecus work with your cars immobiliser and allows you to read the codes if you were to have an EML.

mr2 stainless steel swap bracket - needed for your swap.

6 speed selector and brand new Toyota reverse lock out for your 6 speed gearbox

custom exhaust manifold with tested to have the best flow

custom mid pipe - as standard form we supply with a decat midsection - we can also supply a 200 cell sports car section for £70 additional.

2zzge intake pipe for MAF adaptation for your intake kit.

VEMS plug and play wiring harness adapter - plug and play swap kit so wiring will Not be an issue for your swap.


Price for the complete kit supplied with all of the above works out to

£2,527.39 including VAT



Please help me to make a better decision
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 18, 2020, 11:42
Taking everything into consideration Ill probably go down Kswap route by the looks of it, K24. Ill keep you posted, things should play fairly soon.

Only decision I have now is weather I go with the complete build during this autumn/ winter or, a more probable one, Ill break the build into two phases. First being body, suspension, chasis/ bracing, breaks work and then in the following year engine/box/LSD.
This should put less stress under these covid19 circumstances on my budget but these things are never driven by logic but by heart/impulse so everything is possible.

Whatever it may be Ill keep you regularly updated.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: shnazzle on August 18, 2020, 12:07
Watching intently :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on August 18, 2020, 12:25
Quote from: FredyCro on August 18, 2020, 11:42...but these things are never driven by logic but by heart/impulse so everything is possible.
That's the spirit!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Joesson on August 18, 2020, 13:12
@FredyCro said

"Today Ive continued to remove stuff, front licence plate, tools, spare tire, stickers... Also tried to lift the care and put it on jack stands to have a good look underneath but no luck as my lift can only do 35 cm and my stands start at that height. Need to upgrade my jack. "

I had the same problem. I use a block of wood having cut a suitable recess to locate it on the jack head. The remaining thickness of the block raises the lift height by that amount.
PS
This is a close call as you need to maintain clearance to get the jack under the lifting point .
Alternatively you can drive the wheels onto two long boards or four shorter boards to raise the car height.

 

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 18, 2020, 13:21
Quote from: Joesson on August 18, 2020, 13:12@FredyCro said

"Today Ive continued to remove stuff, front licence plate, tools, spare tire, stickers... Also tried to lift the care and put it on jack stands to have a good look underneath but no luck as my lift can only do 35 cm and my stands start at that height. Need to upgrade my jack. "

I had the same problem. I use a block of wood having cut a suitable recess to locate it on the jack head. The remaining thickness of the block raises the lift height by that amount.

Ive just bought a new pro jack, can lift up to 50 cm now with ease.


Ill post more images when I get around my laptop as Im on holiday atm and using mobile phone.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 23, 2020, 20:53
last few weeks in pictures

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K24 swap is in preparation, meeting my mechanic this week and budgeting/ choosing options. Still not 100% sure Ill go thru with it this winter but who knows, Ive done worst in the past :D

What is most definitely sure is that Ill be ASAP refreshing my whole suspension with stock parts + tein + KBY + sway bars as this it the bare minimum, engine/ box LSD is optional as it is.


Oh and a few quick Qs:

1. - what is the best way to close the body gap/ hole after I delete the antenna?
2.- how to take the inherited TTE back spoiler? There is a hole underneath but I cant get my wrench in it to unscrew the screw. Weird...
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Joesson on August 23, 2020, 22:10
@FredyCro asked:
1. - what is the best way to close the body gap/ hole after I delete the antenna?

I believe @Snelbaard is working on / has produced something to do this.



 
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Snelbaard on August 24, 2020, 07:05
I do have some of these still available yes, only the covers are black. So if you want yours in a different colour, you'll have to paint it.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on August 24, 2020, 17:29
Quote from: Snelbaard on August 24, 2020, 07:05I do have some of these still available yes, only the covers are black. So if you want yours in a different colour, you'll have to paint it.

Black is fine, please PM me with details Im interested to buy and was looking for a solution. Need to grt that antenna out and sorted.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 1, 2020, 06:28
Was busy over the weekend, took +1 kg sand/ dirt out of the car that was sitting beneath back wheel arches. Also a huge rock, unbelievable!

Weighted all the parts Ive took out so far, 26kg total.

Will post some pics later.


Im looking into replecing my stock battery with a lighter version. Was thinking to get a gel motorcycle one and use a strap to tighten it down. Any best buy recommendations?
Was reading about LiFePO4 but they seem to be expensive.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: AdamR28 on September 1, 2020, 09:08
Have used this sort of thing in various MX5s in the past with good success: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/YUASA-REC22-12-12V-22Ah-GOLF-TROLLEY-BATTERY-18-Holes-MOCAD-FRASER-HILLBILLY/111603384404

Unsure how it'd cope with a higher compression engine though...

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 5, 2020, 22:55
Ill probably go with this one, a friend of mine has it on his k24 engine works without any issues and its 5.2 kg for a great price too.


https://www.tayna.co.uk/industrial-batteries/leoch/lp12-18/


Im getting a package from Boris soon, bracing etc.:)

Will probably go with meisterr zeta crd coilovers, got some discount and reviews are generally good for my intended use. Any first hand experiences?

As soon as I get some PC time Ill upload some photos.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 6, 2020, 20:55
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An a sign of things to come ;)

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on September 6, 2020, 21:01
 :o
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 11, 2020, 20:40


old battery 11 kg

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new battery 5 kg
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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 18, 2020, 06:36
Anbody riding on koni sports inserts + eibach or tein springs? Impressions please.
I still dont have access to parts ada on the forum, is there anbody selling this setup used perhaps?

Ill probably go with that setup as I can get TUV, Type approval needed for homologation purposes.

Was looking into coilovers such as meisterr but that can not provide TUV, Type so not an option at the moment.


Im Ill install the new lighter battery and if I find time perhaps take out soft top too, pics to follow
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on September 18, 2020, 09:08
Another couple posts will open up the sales.

You're on 29. Need 30.

Can you feel the weight difference when driving.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Joesson on September 18, 2020, 09:49
Quote from: Ardent on September 18, 2020, 09:08Another couple posts will open up the sales.

You're on 29. Need 30.

Can you feel the weight difference when driving.

I would have expected a few comments on the last picture in post 21!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 18, 2020, 09:52
Quote from: Ardent on September 18, 2020, 09:08Another couple posts will open up the sales.

You're on 29. Need 30.

Can you feel the weight difference when driving.


Annnnd its there :D

Im not driving the car just working on it at the moment as its not registered yet.

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Topdownman on September 18, 2020, 11:03
There are a few people using the koni inserts (there have been a few threads about them) and I think every review I have seen has been positive.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 24, 2020, 17:04
Quote from: FredyCro on September 18, 2020, 09:52
Quote from: Ardent on September 18, 2020, 09:08Another couple posts will open up the sales.

You're on 29. Need 30.

Can you feel the weight difference when driving.


Annnnd its there :D

Im not driving the car just working on it at the moment as its not registered yet.



New development, will probably regiater the car asap as it makes my life easier whwn going thru the homologation process later on.

Few points, got a nice parcel feom mr Boris containing under mid brace and antenna hole cover.

Also if I get confirnation that I do not necessarily need type approval TUV for my homologation Ill go with meisterr zeta cdrs asap.

Have a great day all!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 26, 2020, 16:20
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It took me more than an hour to adjust the slack in the throttle cable and had to use an extra pair of hands!

Breast plate from you know whom has been installed, so far great experience and it looks amazing. Two of my shocks are gone so Im not going to try to evaluate the effect of it before I install new coils. Advice, smart thing would be to torque it down to recommended torque. Ive thought its OK until I used my torque wrench, I still had a lot of tightening to do.

Clutch started slipping during my short test drive, total passengers weight was more than 200kg plus a few spirited starts - that was enough.
Im even more determined to do the swap now as engine is in poor condition, clutch is slipping and since I need to fix everything I might as well put K24A3 with LSD and shorter first 5 gears, custom exhaust with 200 cell sports cat etc ;)




Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Stuey2uk on September 26, 2020, 22:46
K24 <following> :-)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25
Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 17:45
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.

Not in Croatia where Im from. I can get k24a3 + LSD + 6spd custom gears + custom 200 cel exhaus for the same money as it would cost me to purchase ship and install 2zz 6 spd lsd. For what option would you go?


On a different note Ive just placed an order for meisterr zeta kit, looking forward to it.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on September 28, 2020, 18:17
Quote from: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 17:45
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.

Not in Croatia where Im from. I can get k24a3 + LSD + 6spd custom gears + custom 200 cel exhaus for the same money as it would cost me to purchase ship and install 2zz 6 spd lsd. For what option would you go?


On a different note Ive just placed an order for meisterr zeta kit, looking forward to it.

Neither.
I don't really like k series or 2zz. No torque needs to many rev.
I like 1zz turbos and V6s.
I've had both.
Shame my supercharged V6 is such a PITA
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Carolyn on September 28, 2020, 18:28
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 28, 2020, 18:17
Quote from: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 17:45
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.

Not in Croatia where Im from. I can get k24a3 + LSD + 6spd custom gears + custom 200 cel exhaus for the same money as it would cost me to purchase ship and install 2zz 6 spd lsd. For what option would you go?


On a different note Ive just placed an order for meisterr zeta kit, looking forward to it.

Neither.
I don't really like k series or 2zz. No torque needs to many rev.
I like 1zz turbos and V6s.
I've had both.
Shame my supercharged V6 is such a PITA

This weekend you will get to try a supercharged 1ZZ!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on September 28, 2020, 18:51
Quote from: Carolyn on September 28, 2020, 18:28
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 28, 2020, 18:17
Quote from: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 17:45
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.

Not in Croatia where Im from. I can get k24a3 + LSD + 6spd custom gears + custom 200 cel exhaus for the same money as it would cost me to purchase ship and install 2zz 6 spd lsd. For what option would you go?


On a different note Ive just placed an order for meisterr zeta kit, looking forward to it.

Neither.
I don't really like k series or 2zz. No torque needs to many rev.
I like 1zz turbos and V6s.
I've had both.
Shame my supercharged V6 is such a PITA

This weekend you will get to try a supercharged 1ZZ!

Can't belive its not sold.

@househead
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 19:38
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 28, 2020, 18:17
Quote from: FredyCro on September 28, 2020, 17:45
Quote from: 1979scotte on September 27, 2020, 07:25Probably cost less to V6 swap k24 swap is expensive.
I know 2zz isn't as good as the Honda but its getting there for much less.

Not in Croatia where Im from. I can get k24a3 + LSD + 6spd custom gears + custom 200 cel exhaus for the same money as it would cost me to purchase ship and install 2zz 6 spd lsd. For what option would you go?


On a different note Ive just placed an order for meisterr zeta kit, looking forward to it.

Neither.
I don't really like k series or 2zz. No torque needs to many rev.
I like 1zz turbos and V6s.
I've had both.
Shame my supercharged V6 is such a PITA

To each of it own.

Engine you mention is virtually non existent in my parts. K24 will do just fine :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on September 28, 2020, 21:02
No right or wrongs.

Just personal preference.
I love to hear a v-tec or 2zz on song at full taps.
Gives me shivers. But I have no desire for one.

I like torque. TDI, elec, forced induction  or just good ole fat NA. Don't care where it comes from, so long as I have some.

Actually, partner is on nights, so home alone. Might fire up youtube and play some dyno runs through the speakers.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 3, 2020, 02:41
Camber bolts, powerflex sells a pair for aprox 20 gbp. Can they be used to front and back meaning I need to buy two boxes? They should give me 1.75 degrees right?


I still havent received my whiteline ARBs even though Ive ordered and paid more than a month ago. Also my meisterr zeta cdra havent arrived yet :(


Any recommendations for discs/ pads, keep in mind Ill be running aptox 220 bhp comes spring. Plan is to upgrade the whole system but if possible keep original dimensions, is that an option for track use and planned power?


Cheers
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on October 3, 2020, 05:36
Pagid discs are well liked.
Was never a fan of drilled or grooved made too much noise.
And no noticeable improvement on road.

Pad wise start with stock and you can work your way through yellow stuff to carbotech.

See what works for you
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 4, 2020, 09:04
Spend a few hours yesterday around sorting antenna cable getting it out and trying to cut some slack off the handbrake cable. Next part is to remove the back installation completely and install Boris's cover for the antenna hole. 

Removed the leather around the shifter and cleaned it all, found yet again as always in parts when I haven't looked before, some mouse poop and parts of broken security glass. this cars window was smashed and mouse's lived in it that's for sure :D

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on October 4, 2020, 09:24
I rather like the exposed linkage look.
I won't be doing it myself.

Due to the stuff, I will inevitably lose down it.
 But looks good.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Jimbo on October 4, 2020, 21:03
Wondering whether you could get a metal replacement for the plastic bits inside but I guess that wouldn't move so smoothly! Nice open gate?

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on October 4, 2020, 21:21
I think a good few on here have looked at that set up. But seems to come down to the spacings are quite narrow, therefore the fingers? Dividers? would be too thin and either not work or not last very long.

Since then. I wonder if worth revisiting with the advent of 3D printing. (not that I know anything about 3d printing)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Jimbo on October 4, 2020, 23:33
Quote from: Ardent on October  4, 2020, 21:21Since then. I wonder if worth revisiting with the advent of 3D printing. (not that I know anything about 3d printing)
No, not done it myself either. Think if you had one (plastic) then you could have a few goes at getting the model spot on before paying to get it done in metal. Relatively big size for an at home printer mind.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 7, 2020, 19:19
Still waiting for whiteline ARBs, apparently theyve been discontinued for some time but should be available very soon. Until then my meisterr zetas have arrived.

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 16, 2020, 14:55
Few other parts have arrived to solve the suspension puzzle for the time being. It should all come together next week


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 24, 2020, 17:31
Slowly but surely...

Next step is wheel alignment and suspension setup. Depending on covid crap Ill go thru or wait with k24 upgrade this winter, things arent looking pretty so far.

First impressions? Well what can I tell - you when you upgrade from 20 y.o. busted shocks/ springs to meisterr/ whiteline/ cusco :)

Staying optimistic, If things go south Ill do a bit of work by myself (antenna cover, soft top delete, seat install etc.) so winter backup plan will be my stress relief or there wont be a problem so Ill go with K24 upgrade. win win :)


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Ardent on October 24, 2020, 21:20
Well played.

Never been to Croatia, the nearest I get is working with Croatian. Dragana.

On my list of places to visit. She and family even drove the 1000 miles from Leicester to her parents last year in a VW Passat took about 24 hrs. Left it there flew back.

Given the work in progress on the suspension front. I cannot help but imagine you have some very bendy twisty roads to play on and enjoy. For all the kit you have. Getting a top notch geo sorted will make all the difference. Even on my vanilla suspension, the difference between before and after was night and day.

Look forward to further updates.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on November 14, 2020, 06:26
Car has been deemed road worthy, did the wheel alignment and took it for a 300ish km drive in B roads.

I got -2 front camber, -1 rear, not idal so Ill be getting some camber bolts.

Engine is done, had to top up aprox. 1l after 300 km of spirited driving 4-6000 rpm range. Ill just keep topping the oil until a new engine swap.

Below is a photo of Marko and a good friend of mine Marko, more about him can be seen in the video.  Hopefully new spring time i will be able to present some "old toyotas in action" videos

(https://i.postimg.cc/jqwjcj7k/paljo.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on November 21, 2020, 09:15
Foggy couple of weeks, this was taken at 2 PM :D

Anyways put Boris's antenna kit into good use and deleted the old fugly antenna. next step is to put te top metal bit. So far so good. A soul satisfing mod, must say metal bits are manufactured with high precision, well recommended piece of kit for anybody interested in doing the same.



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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on November 29, 2020, 09:26


Final product

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And one just because I like it :)

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Im thinking of deleting the soft top but I also found out that if I remove it completely I wont be able to attach seat belt. Can there be a compromise? Can I leave just the bit for attaching the seat belts or if I remove the whole installation I lose the option of attaching stock seat belt?

 
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on December 4, 2020, 14:58
Deleted the soft top, had a few days time to spare and it was poor weather outside so what else to do :)

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Hammond on December 4, 2020, 17:50
Quote from: FredyCro on December  4, 2020, 14:58Deleted the soft top, had a few days time to spare and it was poor weather outside so what else to do :)

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Nice work! How long did it take you roughly? Did you follow a guide? How did you overcome the seatbelt issue? I'm looking to do this soon :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on December 5, 2020, 16:07


Nice work! How long did it take you roughly? Did you follow a guide? How did you overcome the seatbelt issue? I'm looking to do this soon :)




Cheers!

This was done during three afternoons of relaxed work + visit to a friend who borrowed me electrical saw to cut off the bracket from the rest of the soft top installation.

Im attaching the part Ive taken off and reused to make the whole thing look tidy and keeping the intended structural integrity.

(https://i.postimg.cc/66rQZqYP/128759884-3291802880942807-2416286571457865075-n.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Overall not a complex task just make sure to have some power tool for screw/ unscrew tasks and be patient and thorough with all the nuts n bolts. Also take plenty of pictures to be able to recollect how to bring everything back (lost of similar screws).


Moving onto whats next Ill probably upgrade the brakes as it is not so $$$ expensive and Im having now on a more regular basis overheating from back left brakes. Im guessing nobody put any money besides brake pads into brakes since it was manufactured 20 years ago by the looks of it.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on December 8, 2020, 10:07
Having front and rear camber bolts delivered within next few days from kam racing, will install them together with "dog bones" inserts for rear subframe from Boris. Looking forward to it.

Onto the next set of challenges - Im very unhappy with the brake feel and occasional rear left brake not letting go after using the hand break which results in smoke and overheating. So next big-mini project bill be to sort out them brakes - all around completely. I plan to go ahead with new stock-ish discs, pads (green/ yellow stuff level), braided lines, brake fluid (5.1?). Any good best buy web shops to get it all at once? Will probably also refurbish calipers and well everything needed really as by the looks of it nothing was tone to the braking system since the car was made besides changing pads...

Onto an elephant in the room - due to covid19 2020 bollocks my income side has been heavily negatively influenced meaning I must search alternatives to the original k24 swap plans. My mind is going into directions of maybe just maybe fixing this current 1zz oil heavily consuming engine (aprox. 1l every 500 km). Wat would a full engine strip and fixing oil consumption include from parts side? New piston rings perhaps, what is happening to the cylinder walls, would they need to be machined etc.? Labor side Im sorted. Worst case scenario please.

Than you for all of your input and support! :)

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on December 16, 2020, 08:25
Got the camber bolts for front & back. this cant wait, need engine/ brakes sorting first that is the weak point now

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on January 26, 2021, 19:08
My door bushings have arrived, thanks @Dev

Will give feedback after the install in a few days time


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Hammond on January 26, 2021, 20:01
Mine should arrive soon too! Have you taken the 2 for a drive since the soft top delete? Any issues? Such as water leaks?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on January 27, 2021, 08:28
Quote from: Hammond on January 26, 2021, 20:01Mine should arrive soon too! Have you taken the 2 for a drive since the soft top delete? Any issues? Such as water leaks?

Yes, Im driving it any chance I get when its not below zero Celsius snow etc. as I do not have winter tires on.

No leaks whatsoever, I've also washed it with pressure washer - all well!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: m1tch on January 27, 2021, 15:45
Do you have a link for that radio antenna delete plate? Currently using some electrical tape on mine lol
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on January 27, 2021, 16:55
Quote from: m1tch on January 27, 2021, 15:45Do you have a link for that radio antenna delete plate? Currently using some electrical tape on mine lol

@Snelbaard will help you
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on January 29, 2021, 16:34
Ive installed the bushings. My first impressions are positive, doors close now much firmer and torsion rigidity has improved significantly (most obvious when climbing any elevated surface i.e. street curb).

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Hammond on January 29, 2021, 17:46
Looking forward to fitting mine now :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 4, 2021, 16:12
Put the car on scales today - 960kg with a half tank of petrol.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on February 4, 2021, 18:04
That's very light for a FL.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 5, 2021, 18:16
Quote from: 1979scotte on February  4, 2021, 18:04That's very light for a FL.

FL as face lift? Its not face lift model its 2000 m.y.

Ive taken some weigh off, working on deducting more. Ill install lighter battery probably next week that alone will add 5kg of lightness :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Joesson on February 5, 2021, 18:23
Quote from: FredyCro on February  5, 2021, 18:16
Quote from: 1979scotte on February  4, 2021, 18:04That's very light for a FL.

FL as face lift? Its not face lift model its 2000 m.y.

Ive taken some weigh off, working on deducting more. Ill install lighter battery probably next week that alone will add 5kg of lightness :)

Watch out @ Petrus, someone is after your claim to fame.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on February 5, 2021, 18:53
Quote from: FredyCro on February  5, 2021, 18:16
Quote from: 1979scotte on February  4, 2021, 18:04That's very light for a FL.

FL as face lift? Its not face lift model its 2000 m.y.

Ive taken some weigh off, working on deducting more. Ill install lighter battery probably next week that alone will add 5kg of lightness :)

I have no idea why I thought it was.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 5, 2021, 20:47
Quote from: Joesson on February  5, 2021, 18:23
Quote from: FredyCro on February  5, 2021, 18:16
Quote from: 1979scotte on February  4, 2021, 18:04That's very light for a FL.

FL as face lift? Its not face lift model its 2000 m.y.

Ive taken some weigh off, working on deducting more. Ill install lighter battery probably next week that alone will add 5kg of lightness :)

Watch out @ Petrus, someone is after your claim to fame.

Ive put all my weekend/ track toy cars thru same basic principles - biggest bang for bucks which always includes basic interior strip. Nothing on Petruses level :D
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 11, 2021, 16:25
Engine is done

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOgQ2ZFyBB0


Looking for 2zz swap kit within EU, please if you have any info forward them to me.

Thank you
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: mr9 on February 12, 2021, 00:07
Sorry to hear! Good luck with th replacement, I wish I had done it when my engine went rather than cheapiing out on the 1zz then deciding to go turbo later

Are there any parts of the kit that are better to get in the UK?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 12, 2021, 18:28
Quote from: mr9 on February 12, 2021, 00:07Sorry to hear! Good luck with th replacement, I wish I had done it when my engine went rather than cheapiing out on the 1zz then deciding to go turbo later

Are there any parts of the kit that are better to get in the UK?

well let me put it this way, Im just writing to a bloke in Hungary for engine etc., got an offer for LSD from Swiss and gearbox Ill probably source locally  (c60).

If there was no Brexit I would opt for k24 swap kit that was on sale for 2500 gbp (ALL parts needed including k24a3 + ep3 gearbox) but when yI did the math it was just too damn expensive. UK became an expensive option, will see how things will develop in the near future.

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 15, 2021, 09:17
Ill do a 2ZZ swap and put an stock helical LSD into my 5 spd box by the looks of it. It is a more economical choice and should get me going and provide a more potent motor/ power transfer for minimum amount of hassle. Shoould get me thru the next winter and then we will continue with tte upgrade.

Sourced the engine in Hungary, originally from UK you dont say :) Some maintenance work has been done to it

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on February 15, 2021, 09:21
Each to their own but the 2zz always works better with the correct transmission.
Don't think I've ever seen it used with a 5 speed either.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Alex Knight on February 15, 2021, 13:36
Quote from: 1979scotte on February 15, 2021, 09:21Each to their own but the 2zz always works better with the correct transmission.
Don't think I've ever seen it used with a 5 speed either.

Waste of time mating a 5-speed 'box to a 2ZZ. The ratios are all completely wrong.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 18, 2021, 14:42
Its not ideal I know but hey if somebody is willing to sponsor me with all the parts needed (plus shipping & import fees post brexit) Ill gladly do it - as it is now life has put other priorities in front of me.

Till then Ill just enjoy a working engine and a LSD and work on my driving skills :)

When winter comes Ill do 6 spd box with other bits. Im in a middle of a possible personal real estate sale so this might not happen at all, I will know more next week.

I was close to getting a complete k24 swap kit (engine/ box etc.) but decided to drop it and focus on more important aspects of my life for the time being.



But not to waste time I do have a few questions regarding a 2zz swap:

1. I will probably will be buying 2zz swap kit and within there is an ECU marked 89666-20150. I will also be getting a adjacent car key. Will this suffice for the engine to start or there is something more I need to think of? 

2. Apparently connecting to one of these ECU is not an easy thing, I would like to do a custom road map for the car if all goes well. Well how does one connect to it and what is needed? Ive read somewhere that one needs Win XP to run software etc.?

Thank You!

 
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 25, 2021, 07:56
Quote from: FredyCro on February 18, 2021, 14:42Its not ideal I know but hey if somebody is willing to sponsor me with all the parts needed (plus shipping & import fees post brexit) Ill gladly do it - as it is now life has put other priorities in front of me.

Till then Ill just enjoy a working engine and a LSD and work on my driving skills :)

When winter comes Ill do 6 spd box with other bits. Im in a middle of a possible personal real estate sale so this might not happen at all, I will know more next week.

I was close to getting a complete k24 swap kit (engine/ box etc.) but decided to drop it and focus on more important aspects of my life for the time being.



But not to waste time I do have a few questions regarding a 2zz swap:

1. I will probably will be buying 2zz swap kit and within there is an ECU marked 89666-20150. I will also be getting a adjacent car key. Will this suffice for the engine to start or there is something more I need to think of? 

2. Apparently connecting to one of these ECU is not an easy thing, I would like to do a custom road map for the car if all goes well. Well how does one connect to it and what is needed? Ive read somewhere that one needs Win XP to run software etc.?

Thank You!

 

Just to update on this, I will opt for the 6 spd as I found one in Croatia for a good price.

Ive ordered LSD few days ago from Swiss (good deal too) and should have a pallet with my swap engine and bits next week in my yard. So far so good.

Also ordered brake bits, should be all done with the swap. EBC green stuff, ATE power front and pagid rear discs, braided brake lines, rbf 660 brake fluid.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on February 25, 2021, 08:55
Are you sure about Green Stuff?
People usually rate the yellow.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 26, 2021, 09:19
Quote from: 1979scotte on February 25, 2021, 08:55Are you sure about Green Stuff?
People usually rate the yellow.

I had them on my Laguna GT car, was very happy for road use. They will do for this first set until I get my finances in order and better get to know the car with all these modifications. If something better will be needed Ill go for ds2500. They make them sadly only for fronts.

Yellow stuff - herd a lot of negative feedback, keeping distance from them. DS2500 I had and they were great it that category.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Alex Knight on February 26, 2021, 09:39
Quote from: FredyCro on February 26, 2021, 09:19
Quote from: 1979scotte on February 25, 2021, 08:55Are you sure about Green Stuff?
People usually rate the yellow.

I had them on my Laguna GT car, was very happy for road use. They will do for this first set until I get my finances in order and better get to know the car with all these modifications. If something better will be needed Ill go for ds2500. They make them sadly only for fronts.

Yellow stuff - herd a lot of negative feedback, keeping distance from them. DS2500 I had and they were great it that category.

I set fire to a set of Greenstuff pads around Castle Combe in an EG6 Civic. Never again.

I currently use Bluestuff front and Yellowstuff rear. Motul RBF600 fluid and Goodridge lines. Hard to fault, work great on track.
I'm very hard on brakes.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: 1979scotte on February 26, 2021, 10:02
Quote from: FredyCro on February 26, 2021, 09:19
Quote from: 1979scotte on February 25, 2021, 08:55Are you sure about Green Stuff?
People usually rate the yellow.

I had them on my Laguna GT car, was very happy for road use. They will do for this first set until I get my finances in order and better get to know the car with all these modifications. If something better will be needed Ill go for ds2500. They make them sadly only for fronts.

Yellow stuff - herd a lot of negative feedback, keeping distance from them. DS2500 I had and they were great it that category.

Horses for courses.
All my 2s have run yellows and I've been happy. Stock turbo V6 and supercharged.
I've got greens on the front of the blue and they're OK but I've definitely read bad things about them.
Tbh for road anything decent will do.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on February 26, 2021, 13:22
This car wont see track this year 99% sure so it will most definitely do. Ill probably sell my house and move abroad at some time this year so really dont want to put too much dinero in it also a reason. I grew fond of it and probably will take it wherever I go.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 10, 2021, 07:59
Got the used stock LSD


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 11, 2021, 08:19
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More stuff, Ill do custom braided lines here locally
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 22, 2021, 09:19
(https://i.postimg.cc/5NT9m4RQ/20210321-172500-HDR.jpg)


Car is off to a mechanic. He will rebuild the stock 1zz, insert LSD into my stock 5 spd box, completely overhaul brakes and other bits. Hopefully Ill be on the road in few weeks time :)

Didnt go with any swap ATM, this seems like the most affordable option vs 2zz/k24 which Ive planned and would go thru if it wasnt for brexit/ covid.

This way Ill get a fun reliable light sports can and once things improve on the income side I can do whatever I want to without losing too much time. Ill use this time to learn to drive the car properly.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 22, 2021, 10:31
in good company

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: shnazzle on March 23, 2021, 08:35
When's the car due back? What parts are you changing on the 1zz?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 23, 2021, 17:40
Quote from: shnazzle on March 23, 2021, 08:35When's the car due back? What parts are you changing on the 1zz?

In few weeks time if all goes well. So far the plan is to change piston rings (hopefully only that related to oil burning) and everything related to opening the engine and refreshing it (dont know until its open), new clutch, stock helical LSD, to lighten stock flywheel to sub 5 kg, complete overhaul of braking system (refurbish calipers, new braided lines, pads, discs, RBF 660...), to install subframe spacers, camber bolts, Im considering completely new exhaust system after stock manifold (saves loads of weight and some power gains...)

Yeah, fun times hope all goes well and I dont need to bore cylinders... 

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 26, 2021, 15:59
Quote from: shnazzle on March 23, 2021, 08:35When's the car due back? What parts are you changing on the 1zz?

An update

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: shnazzle on March 26, 2021, 22:56
Ouch. Crank OK? Looks like a bit of emery paper wouldn't go amiss haha

Are you getting bigger/more holes drilled in the pistons or just replacing?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 27, 2021, 06:13
Quote from: shnazzle on March 26, 2021, 22:56Ouch. Crank OK? Looks like a bit of emery paper wouldn't go amiss haha

Are you getting bigger/more holes drilled in the pistons or just replacing?

Crank is most certainly not ok but its will not be disastrous by the looks of it. Ill know more today and also whats the situation with cylinder walls.

Plan is to just replace piston rings. Also chain tensioner is not great but it can do probably minimum 30 000 miles more. By that time Ill either boost this 1zz or do a swap and do a N/A build honda or toyota will see.

There is one crazy guy in the UK doing 1.9 tdi swap kit as we speak for our car. Who knows maybe Ill do the unspeakable, dark side when boosted has its perks :D
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 2, 2021, 12:13
So bottom line my old/ stock engine was not worth saving. Crank was damaged, so as cylinder walls, head needed full resresh etc. so I opted to source used but in good condition 1zz engine. Got in touch with good ppl from UK, Swiss, DE but at the end found one still in a completely smashed zzw30 - lucky find. Engine seems to be running OK with no smoke or weird noises and got a good deal so went for it.

(https://i.postimg.cc/g0BPz2Mv/20210401-155622.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67RPztx3)


Also managed to source what I was looking for a while - rear undertray. Im looking more into car aerodynamics and since my car didnt have any I anted it ASAP. If I go full bananas Ill probably to something more drastic (min. flat complete undertray).


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Hopefully engine will be decent and I can finally get this bad boy rollin by the end of the next week :D




Here is a balancing report of my stock flywheel - my friend did a good job. highly recommended. Here is his business page https://elmet.hr/automoto%20performance%20tuning%20eng.html

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Almost forgot, keeping in line with trends Ive started IG page for my build, feel free to follow @ optimal_zzw30

I will timely update this topic too, forums have a special place in my heart
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 9, 2021, 05:38
Brakes were done, worst in the back as seen.

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Front after reparation and upgrade look sexy af :)

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First brakes need to sorted out so we can test the engine properly but first impression is that there is zero smoke and it revs much better. Probably due to lightened flywheel.

Hopefully next week work will be done and I will start enjoying it.

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 11, 2021, 10:08
Engine is in

Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 16, 2021, 05:57
Cars done for this phase. "New" engine from 2003 is in, completely refreshed, lightened flywheel, new clutch, helical LSD, new lighter battery (5 kg), complete breaking sistem overhaul (ATE power, EBC, braided lines, motul brake fluid, pagid), undertray...


Still got an alignment to do today and it will take some time for the ECU to adjust to a good working healthy engine.


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Next Im thinking bucket seat, harness, rims, tires...  And of curse to drive it as it should be driven :) 

Summer is coming, puts a smile on my face. Got twisty roads to explore
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 19, 2021, 10:31
Previous post I wrote that I got some twisty roads to explore - I Wasn't about to waste time!

I was blessed that WRC madness has started in Croatia, for the first time we are hosting a WRC event, and parc ferme is 15min drive from my house :)


More about the upcoming event can be found here:

https://rally-croatia.com/en/




So what better to do then to join the madness and use my Spyder while Im at it!


First night of setting the parc ferme up right next to GR racing service truck

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Next one is on route of SS 5 which will be driven on Friday 23rd April

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Last one is in a small town called Krašić where refueling zone will be

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I dont have any more pictures as I was travelling by myself and Im not much of a picture taker


Car performed flawlessly, road was slippery enough to do some MR fun proving LSD was worth the investment :)


If anybody is coming to spectate WRC Croatia feel free to contact me for any assistance he/ she may need.




More WRC Croatia materials for you rally fans out there can be found here:

 

https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/wrc-cr2021-ss-maps.pdf


https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/wrc-cr2021-rg2-appendix-a-itinerary-recce.pdf
 

https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/WRC_CR2021-Supplementary_Regulations.pdf


https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/wrc-cr2021-road-book-1.pdf


https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/wrc-cr2021-road-book-2.pdf


https://rally-croatia.com/uploads/files/wrc-cr2021-road-book-3.pdf
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 2, 2022, 20:54
Its been a while  ;D

Fitted Osram night breakers bulbs, much love especially for the price -- dont wait upgrade

Also recently bought OZ Superleggeras 15s, at 5 kg each that shouold help me with unsprung mass hehe

Car is still for sale but Im not in a rush, been driving it more then ever throughout the winter too. Love that thing to bits.

Stay safe!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Topdownman on March 4, 2022, 07:14
You are selling it after all that work?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on March 12, 2022, 20:29
if I can, Yes. Lots of things changed in last year or so, my life is in constant turmoil. This car makes me happy, its my happy mobile. If I sell it Ill for sure get a new one once I settle and create a pure track car.

Latest photo

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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 15, 2022, 09:14
Does anyone knows how much can safely 1zz cylinder head can be trimmed? Ill probably do a small scale engine rebuild to freshen it up and would like to know this to get the right info to the machine shop.

Anybody did a crankshaft lightening, balancing (knife edging) on 1zz? I can do it fairly affordable at a great quality, stock is heavy.  And cons?

Any engine pulleys that are safe/ recommended to be made out of aluminum?

Ill probably go to force induction (SC most likely) if I dont sell the car or do some other swap - this is the prep work that needs to be done and why not do this while engine is down and being disassembled.


Thank you!
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 18, 2022, 13:33
Did a professional photoshoot the other day, looks really good :)


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: AJRFulton on April 18, 2022, 13:57
Photos look ace.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Gibla on April 18, 2022, 14:18
Stunning looking car, just a point I have the sc car that Carolynne built, it is roughly 185-190 bhp using the  M45 Eaton sc ex mini-cooper s with a 'lengthy' belt, shorter belts can yield even more power(not an option or avenue I will consider).

You are discussing skimming + lightening for marginal benefits(with some risk of over-doing it) to gain how much bhp? Whatever the # is, it pales into insignificance if you do go down the sc route. Maybe as Carolynne did, refreshing the engine internals would be the advisable option eg new pistons + honing?
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on April 20, 2022, 17:00
Quote from: Gibla on April 18, 2022, 14:18Stunning looking car, just a point I have the sc car that Carolynne built, it is roughly 185-190 bhp using the  M45 Eaton sc ex mini-cooper s with a 'lengthy' belt, shorter belts can yield even more power(not an option or avenue I will consider).

You are discussing skimming + lightening for marginal benefits(with some risk of over-doing it) to gain how much bhp? Whatever the # is, it pales into insignificance if you do go down the sc route. Maybe as Carolynne did, refreshing the engine internals would be the advisable option eg new pistons + honing?


In a few weeks time car is going for an upgrade, just took my old cylinder head to the shop for headwork today. Besides that we will change piston rings etc. All of this should give me a small increase in power plus a piece of mind. After that plan is to sort out the exhaust, complete new components from headers on. Beyond that ecumaster det3 probably.

If I decide to do a pulley from aluminium it will be sort of a side thing.

SC - amybody knows of any good kits or can build one to order?


And constant hunt to lightened the car without making it look modified in on :) If I opt for a single bucketseat with a hard top down Ill be below 900 kg for sure as it stands now. That with a healthy amd slightly upgraded engine should do me fine :)
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Petrus on May 1, 2022, 22:40
Quote from: Gibla on April 18, 2022, 14:18Stunning looking car, just a point I have the sc car that Carolynne built, it is roughly 185-190 bhp using the  M45 Eaton sc ex mini-cooper s with a 'lengthy' belt, shorter belts can yield even more power(not an option or avenue I will consider).

You are discussing skimming + lightening for marginal benefits(with some risk of over-doing it) to gain how much bhp? Whatever the # is, it pales into insignificance if you do go down the sc route. Maybe as Carolynne did, refreshing the engine internals would be the advisable option eg new pistons + honing?

Lightning the things that go high revs is véry worthwhile. It is all about moment of inertia; MR2. It does not produce any more hp but it sure frees the up.
A lighter flywheel lighter pullies, gearing down the alternator are very effective as it is power not spent on accellerating/decellerating internal mass. The order of it you can relate to the wheels times the overall reduction of the gear you are in.
A sc will ádd a considerable rotating mass. It adds a case of the dog chasing it´s tail.
That observed a sc is imo the most effective way to get to the level of power you mention and I would LÓVE one on mine, but you see it needs to also compensate it´s own inertia?

Toyota themselves btw., made plenty of use of superchargers in the eighties/nineties. In the MR2 they used the SC12 which they also fitted to the Levin. In the Previa they bolted the SC14. The latter gave 170-180 hp. and would probably the best for the ZZW30 because it would operate at nicely low revs, generating less heat/losses. Imo Toyota would have gone this way like the did on the Corolla T-Sport which they gave an Ogura TX-12.
The 12 or 14, line the 300 or 500 on the Aisins, is a metric value for the swept volume per revolution.
The 12 being 1200 cc. and the 300 being 300 cc.
Eaton is in cubic thumbs of feet and the Eaton62 sweeps 1 metric litre, 1000 cc, per rev. so that would be an SC10.

Here the AW11 install


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Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on May 23, 2022, 09:16
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Did some spring cleaning yesterday
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on June 5, 2022, 11:54
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Had a spare head, gave it for a bit of a nip n tuck. Will put it in eventually, hopefully with som exhaust ECU work afterwards
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Joesson on June 6, 2022, 19:45
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Had a spare head, gave it for a bit of a nip n tuck. Will put it in eventually, hopefully with som exhaust ECU work afterwards

Not such a popular thing to do in recent times, a de coke, valve seating and some porting work was the way to go at one time. With more alloy heads nowadays, improved OE design and production, likely less need but I would think such work on what now must be an old head, must be for the good.
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: FredyCro on October 16, 2022, 18:56
Car has been sold, best of luck to the new owner with his upgrade plans. Should be interesting if he executes them
Title: Re: 2000 golden brown money pit
Post by: Topdownman on October 17, 2022, 07:13
Do you plan to get another one or are you moving on to something else?